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Athens , GREECE
Norwegian Viva - 7-Nights Greek Isles Adventure: Athens to Istanbul and Beyond
Jul 20-27, 2025
8 Days 7 Nights
Experience the allure of the Aegean with Norwegian Viva on a 7-night cruise from Athens to Istanbul. Revel in the historic splendor and natural beauty of the Greek Isles and Turkey, exploring legendary sites and indulging in the vibrant cultures. Each port promises unique adventures and the ship offers unmatched luxury, ensuring a journey as splendid as the destinations themselves.
- About the trip
- What's Included
- What's Excluded
- About Accommodation
- Itinerary
- Booking Policies
About the trip
Embark on a majestic journey aboard the Norwegian Viva, traversing the Aegean Sea from Athens to Istanbul with stops at the iconic islands of Mykonos, Santorini, and Rhodes. Start in Athens (Piraeus), where history blends with cosmopolitan vibes. Sail to Kusadasi and explore ancient Ephesus before enjoying an overnight stay in Istanbul, diving into its rich history at the Topkapi Palace and bustling Grand Bazaar. Mykonos offers a chic beachscape, while Santorini captivates with its stunning caldera views. In Rhodes, visit the historical Acropolis of Lindos. The Norwegian Viva, with its state-of-the-art design and amenities, enhances your experience with luxury accommodations, gourmet dining, and entertainment. This cruise not only connects you with ancient civilizations but also provides a relaxing retreat with breathtaking views and cultural immersion at every port.
Estimated Group Size
1 - 40
Fitness Centre
Accommodation
Meals
What's Included
- 7 nights cruise accommodation at Oceanview Balcony cabin on Norwegian Viva
- Daily meals on board
- 2 specialty dining meals per person (for up to 2 pax per cabin)
- Daily complimentary entertainment & activities on board
- Ultimate Premium Beverage package* for 1st and 2nd guest only
- US$50 SHORE EXCURSIONS credit (per cabin)
- 150 Minutes Internet Package for 1st and 2nd guest only
- 20% F&B Gratuities (US$172.4 per person)
- Taxes and Port Fees (US$213.33 per person)
*The package includes spirits and cocktails along with a selection of soft drinks, juice, draft and bottled beer, and wine-by-the-glass. Any of these drinks with a menu price of $15 or less is included in the program. If the 2nd guest is under 21 years of age, Premium Beverage package does not apply, and soft drink package will be given as a substitution.
What's Excluded
- Flight tickets
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where listed in the inclusion
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
- Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Laundry, bar and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone charges
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities
- Onboard Service Charge (US$20 per person per day)
Closest Airport
Arrival
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Departure
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
About Accommodation
Norwegian Viva
Welcome aboard the all-new Norwegian Viva, the next stunning ship in the brand-new Prima Class, designed for you to live life to the fullest. Norwegian Viva is a Project Leonardo-class cruise ship under construction for Norwegian Cruise Line. She is the second out of six Project Leonardo-class ships in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet and is expected to enter service in mid-2023
Built: 2023
Gross tonnage: 142,500 tons
Passenger Capacity: 3,250
Crew Capacity: 1,388
No. of decks: 20
Welcome aboard the all-new Norwegian Viva, the next stunning ship in the brand-new Prima Class, designed for you to live life to the fullest. Norwegian Viva is a Project Leonardo-class cruise ship under construction for Norwegian Cruise Line. She is the second out of six Project Leonardo-class ships in the Norwegian Cruise Line fleet and is expected to enter service in mid-2023
Built: 2023
Gross tonnage: 142,500 tons
Passenger Capacity: 3,250
Crew Capacity: 1,388
No. of decks: 20
Room Types
Ocean View Balcony
Norwegian Viva - Ocean View Balcony
- Room size: 21 - 33 sqm
- Balcony Size: 4 - 9 sqm
- Bedding: 2 lower beds that convert to a queen-size bed
- Feature: Luxury bath, sliding glass doors and a private balcony
*For adding the 3rd person to existing booking, please contact customer service team to check the availability. The enquiry must be done within 5 days after the booking has been made. If adding 3rd person is unavailable, booking can be cancelled for free. Otherwise, cancellation fee will be applied according to policy.
Itinerary
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- 5 p.m.: Embarkation
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- 6:30 a.m.- 1:30 p.m.: Dock at Kusadasi, Turkey
- Explore the city on your own
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- 9:30 a.m. : Dock at Istanbul, Turkey until the next day 4 p.m.
- Explore the city on your own
- Overnight on cruise
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- 4 p.m. : Depart Istanbul, Turkey
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- 11 a.m.- 8 p.m.: Dock a Mykonos, Greece
- Explore the city on your own
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- 8 a.m.- 10 p.m.: Dock at Santorini, Greece
- Explore the city on your own
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- 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.: Dock at Rhodes, Greece
- Explore the city on your own
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- 7 a.m.: Disembarkation
Location
Facts to Know
- Historical Richness: Athens, a city drenched in history, is the starting point of the cruise. Here, you can explore ancient sites like the Acropolis and Parthenon, remnants of Greece's powerful past.
- Archaeological Wonders: Kusadasi serves as the gateway to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the world, famous for its massive theater and the Library of Celsus.
- Vibrant Markets: Istanbul is renowned for its bustling markets, including the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, offering a variety of goods from spices to intricate handcrafted jewelry.
- Maritime Heritage: Mykonos, known for its stunning beaches and vibrant nightlife, also boasts a charming old port where fishing boats bob alongside chic cafes.
- Volcanic Landscapes: Santorini, famed for its dramatic views, white-washed houses, and sunset vistas, is a volcanic island that offers unique black sand beaches and an elevated caldera.
- Medieval Architecture: Rhodes is steeped in history, highlighted by its well-preserved medieval city, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Street of the Knights and the Palace of the Grand Master are must-visit landmarks.
- Thermal Springs: Many visitors to Istanbul enjoy traditional Turkish baths, which utilize natural geothermal sources, providing a historical and relaxing experience.
- Culinary Delights: Greek cuisine is a highlight in every port, with local specialties like moussaka in Athens, seafood in Mykonos, and meze in Rhodes. Turkish delights in Istanbul offer a flavorful contrast with dishes like kebabs and baklava.
- Cultural Festivals: Depending on the timing of the cruise, guests might experience vibrant local festivals such as the Istanbul International Music Festival or the Rhodes Medieval Festival, which bring the cities' histories to life.
- Scenic Coasts: Each port offers stunning coastal views, from the rugged cliffs of Santorini to the historic waterfronts of Istanbul, providing endless opportunities for memorable photographs and scenic walks.
Things to note
- Upon making a reservation for this trip, an initial deposit is required to move the booking status to "Pending." Once the cruise confirms your reservation, the status will change to "Balance Payment," and a confirmation notification email will be sent to the email associated with your booking account. You must complete the payment of the remaining balance within 7 days of receiving this email to finalize your cruise reservation. Failure to complete this payment within 7 days from the date of confirmation will result in the cancellation of your cruise reservation, and the initial deposit will not be refunded. If the cruise company cannot confirm the reservation due to being fully booked or other reasons, your reservation will be canceled, and the initial deposit will be refunded.
- All travel documents are the customer’s responsibility. Customer should ensure the required document, including visas and public health documents, are prepared and to comply with customs requirements of the destination, including countries that may just be transiting through. For latest information, please consult the embassy or government authorities.
- Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing on Day 1 of cruise. Guest may consider arriving 1 day earlier to avoid hassle of possible schedule change.
- Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking on final day of cruise. Guest should book their departure flight after 2pm on the day
- Guest should refer to final cruise document/ ticket for detail cruise itinerary. Documents will be provided by cruise line after online check-in completed.
- For details of the ship and travel notes, please visit POLYTRIPS cruise database.
- POLYCLUB reserves the right to collect fuel surcharge, applicable taxes or supplement charges which imposed by the cruise company, even if full payment has been made to the reservation. Fare difference is governed by official notification from cruise company. These amounts will be determined upon the confirmation of booking and will be added to the final fare.
- If a material alteration to a package tour after its commencement for reasons beyond control, POLYCLUB may impose any additional charge to his clients as a result of an increase in operation costs. (“Reasons beyond control” mean hostilities, political unrest, terror attacks, natural disasters, pestilences, bad weather, technical problems to transport, changes to the frequency/timetable of any means of conveyance by its operator without advance notice, strikes, industrial action, travel advisories (warnings) issued by governments of the destinations/the World Health Organisation, outbound travel alerts issued by Government, and any other situations of which the industry has no control and which are unfavourable to outbound trips of travellers.)
- Passengers accept full responsibility for all losses and expenses due to “Reasons beyond control”. Cruise company and POLYCLUB will not be liable for any consequences.
- For the safety of crew and passengers, Cruise Line has the right to cancel, advance, postpone or substitute any scheduled sailing or itinerary without prior notice, in the event of bad weather, technical or other reasons beyond control. Passengers shall not make claim against cruise company and POLYCLUB for any recovery.
- POLYCLUB strongly encourage passengers to take out their travel insurance before the journey.
- Stateroom assignment is subject to the cruise company upon availability. Members of same travelling party may not be assigned to adjacent/ nearby rooms. Cruise company also upgrade any passenger(s) at sole discretion.
- Bedding arrangement is subject to the cruise company upon availability.
- The operation of activities, restaurants, menus and facilities is subject to the final arrangement on board. The seating in main dining restaurants is group reservation and subject to restaurant arrangement on board.
- For safety reasons, minors under the age of 18 need to be stay in the same cabin with at least one adult passenger.
- For minors (under the age of 18) unaccompanied by parent or legal guardian, a consent form and other documents are required to present to cruise line prior to embarkation and at pier during check-in. Failure to provide the required document may result in booking cancellation or boarding being denied. Passengers shall not make claim against cruise company and POLYCLUB for any recovery. Please contact POLYCLUB for further arrangement.
- If the children are included on parent's travel document, they can use that document only when travelling with parent.
- Pregnant guest entered the 24th week of pregnancy and infants under 6 months of age (12 months for some itineraries) are not eligible for travel on ships, according to the cruise company and itinerary requirement. The minimum age requirement varies from cruise company and itinerary. Medical certificate is required for pregnant guest entered the 20th to 23rd week of pregnancy. Please refer to the details on Cruise Company website.
- Passenger have to agree and comply with the health and safety protocol implemented by the Cruise line, and other policies such as , as laid in Cruise Company Website. The protocol and requirement may change any time without prior notice. Please refer to the details on Cruise Company website.
- In case of disputes, Cruise Company reserves the right to make the final decision. Members of same travelling party may not be assigned to adjacent/ nearby rooms. Cruise company also upgrade any the guest(s) at sole discretion.
- All information in Chinese and Korean are translated from English. English version will be taken as the correct one if there is a difference.
Booking Policies
Booking Policies
Notice period before departure(Excluding the departure date and notification date)
- 100 days prior
- 99-30 days
- 29 days or less
Product ID 250720GRC0004
Jul 20, 2025 ~ Jul 27, 2025
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Book ByMar 31, 2025
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